Health Technician (OA)

Georgia Orthopaedic Society.; California; On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to provide clinical and administrative support within the Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Services. This role is crucial for ensuring effective patient care activities and involves a mix of technical and administrative tasks. The ideal candidate will have experience in both administrative and clinical support, assisting healthcare professionals and managing patient interactions. This full-time position offers a structured work schedule from Monday to Friday, ensuring a balanced work-life dynamic. If you are passionate about making a difference in the healthcare field, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in administrative or clinical support roles.
• Six months of graduate education related to the position.

Responsibilities

• Respond to callers' needs, including scheduling and message-taking.
• Assist with clinical tasks under supervision and maintain patient files.
• Support administrative tasks such as timekeeping and ordering supplies.

Skills

Administrative Support

Clinical Support

Scheduling

Documentation

Supply Management

Education

Graduate Education in Health Services

Tools

VATAS

Job description

Summary

The purpose of the position is to provide clinical and administrative support to the Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Services related to patient care activities provided by physicians, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and recreational therapists within the service. The role involves a variety of technical, medical, and administrative tasks for veterans of all ages scheduled for diagnosis, treatments, and healthcare within the VA Northern California Healthcare System.

Qualifications

Applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of 05/15/2025. The position requires meeting individual occupational standards, which include support duties to medical or health personnel such as audiologists, speech pathologists, medical officers, and optometrists. Relevant experience involves applying knowledge, methods, and techniques specific to the role.

Qualifying factors include:

• Specialized Experience: One year of experience at least equivalent to GS-05, involving administrative support (e.g., scheduling, documentation, supply management, timekeeping) or clinical support (e.g., assisting with treatments, setting up equipment).
• Education: Six months of graduate education directly related to the position, obtained from an accredited institution.
• Combination: A mix of education and experience as described above.

For further details, visit the OPM website on qualification standards.

Duties

• Respond to callers' needs, including questions, scheduling, and message-taking.
• Have thorough knowledge of all clinics within the Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Service.
• Complete forms, work with clerical staff to schedule or cancel appointments, and notify patients of changes.
• Prepare forms and documents, maintain files, and order supplies.
• Assist with clinical tasks under supervision, including administering tests, setting up equipment, and basic fitting of assistive devices.
• Order and monitor supplies, assist with patient groups, and facilitate participation in exercise programs.
• Support administrative tasks such as timekeeping in VATAS, and assist healthcare professionals with treatments and patient education.

Work Schedule: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 7:30 am – 4:00 pm. This is not a virtual position.